Chloe Plank
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Accomplished Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard at Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, adept in swimmer rescue and employing adaptive teaching strategies. Significantly reduced drowning incidents through innovative education sessions. Excelled in team building and stroke development, enhancing safety and swim proficiency. Certified in first aid and CPR, committed to maintaining optimal aquatic safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Safety Instructor
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation
05.2023 - Current
- Instructed students in water safety techniques.
- Demonstrated basic to advanced swim techniques and breathing exercises.
- Reduced incidents of drowning by conducting comprehensive water safety education sessions for various age groups.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop new teaching strategies, resulting in more effective swim lessons.
- Maintained a safe and clean aquatic environment, ensuring optimal learning conditions for students of all ages.
- Provided ongoing feedback to students regarding their performance improvements throughout the course duration.
- Collaborated with parents regarding youth swim goals and planned course path.
Lifegaurd
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation
05.2022 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Princess Anne High School
Virginia Beach, VA06.2025
Skills
- Team Building Exercises
- Swimmer rescue
- Adaptive Teaching Strategies
- Lifeguard training
- Stroke Development Expertise
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Lifesaving
- Lifeguard & Water Safety Training
- Safety Rules Enforcement
- Incident Reporting
- Stroke Demonstration
- First aid and CPR certified
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross.
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- Fear Free Certification
Additional Information
I have a huge passion for animals and plan on becoming a physical therapist for animals, LVT, or DVM. I am going to attend TCC for the second part of the Vet Program and try to go to Virginia Tech for their program the following year.
Timeline
Water Safety Instructor
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation
05.2023 - Current
Lifegaurd
Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation
05.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Princess Anne High School
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